Groups
October is the busiest time of year in Salem, and group tour reservations are strongly encouraged well in advance. Many attractions begin accepting group reservations up to one year prior to the visit date.
To manage the high volume of visitors during October, adjustments to motor coach accommodations may occur. Some one-hour bus parking zones may be designated as drop-off areas, and temporary parking locations may be established throughout the city.
Group tour policies may vary by attraction and are subject to change during peak season. Tour planners are advised to contact each site directly for the most current information.
October parking and drop-off zone locations are as follows:
October-Only 10-Minute Drop Zones:
- Washington Square West (southbound) – Next to Goodnight Fatty, near Salem Common.
- Washington Square South (eastbound) – Beside the Hawthorne Hotel parking lot.
- 29 New Derby Street (eastbound) – Near Rockland Trust Bank.
1-Hour Parking
- Essex Street westbound (near Ropes Mansion)
- Lynde Street westbound (near Gallows Hill Theatre)
2-Hour Parking
- Congress Street southbound (near Destination Salem)
- Congress Street southbound (near Pickering Wharf Marina parking lot
- Washington Square South eastbound (near Hawthorne Hotel parking lot)
Long-Term Parking
- Fort Ave southbound
- Canal Street (near intersection of Gardner St.)
- Forest Ave (near intersection of Canal St.)
October Street Closures
Halloween Night – Hawthorne Boulevard, Derby Street, Washington Street, Essex Street, and Central Street, will be closed at approximately 5:00 pm based on public safety needs.
Please note: During October weekends pedestrian traffic may require the Salem police to close streets for public safety. Please check back here for updated parking information, alternate route access, and street closure information.
For more information about visiting Salem with a group, visit Salem.org.